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Avatar for JES Foundation Repair

JES Foundation Repair

309 Quarles Road
4.52(
338
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•Approved Pro

JES Foundation Repair

309 Quarles Road
4.52(
338
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
119 local quotes requested
32 years of experience

JES Foundation Repair (JES), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across Virginia and Maryland. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, JES is here to restore your foundation or crawlspace.

"Not complete yet, but everything checks out great so far."

Terry O on November 2024

JES Foundation Repair (JES), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across Virginia and Maryland. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, JES is here to restore your foundation or crawlspace.

"Not complete yet, but everything checks out great so far."

Terry O on November 2024

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Rapidan Farm, LLC

5822 S Seminole Trail
4.89(
14
)
•Approved Pro

Rapidan Farm, LLC

5822 S Seminole Trail
4.89(
14
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 local quotes requested

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your Excavation needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Service provider was prompt, cordial, very efficient and aptly responsive to my service request."

Leroy B on June 2023

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your Excavation needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Service provider was prompt, cordial, very efficient and aptly responsive to my service request."

Leroy B on June 2023

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Keystone Construction and Renovations, LLC

449 Selma Rd.
5.00(
1
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•Approved Pro

Keystone Construction and Renovations, LLC

449 Selma Rd.
5.00(
1
)
•Approved Pro
16 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

Avatar for JES Foundation Repair

JES Foundation Repair

309 Quarles Road, Suite A
4.03(
182
)
•Approved Pro

JES Foundation Repair

309 Quarles Road, Suite A
4.03(
182
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
231 local quotes requested
32 years of experience

Established in 1993, JES stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With our coverage spanning across the state of Virginia and Maryland, we bring our local expertise closer to you. JES proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At JES, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate! 410516000653 (DC) | 50637 (MD) | WV027473 (WV)

"Tony Hall was professional, helpful and knowledgeable. I don't know how it could have been any better."

ruth H on June 2025

Established in 1993, JES stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With our coverage spanning across the state of Virginia and Maryland, we bring our local expertise closer to you. JES proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At JES, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate! 410516000653 (DC) | 50637 (MD) | WV027473 (WV)

"Tony Hall was professional, helpful and knowledgeable. I don't know how it could have been any better."

ruth H on June 2025

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Copper Fox Foundation Repair

10238 Copper Fox Lane
4.50(
8
)
•Approved Pro

Copper Fox Foundation Repair

10238 Copper Fox Lane
4.50(
8
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
221 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

We specialize in basement waterproofing, foundation services and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"I made the unfortunate decision of hiring this company. When the foreman showed up and said he didn't have any plans with him that should have been my first sign. Hopefully this prevents someone from making the 11K mistake I did. CopperFox came back to my property multiple times without resolving the issue. The issue still persists and they actually damaged my property in the process, eventually they just stopped responding. They washed out concrete in my drains, forgot to install the drainage tile, installed the drains in the wrong spot and right next to my foundation, cut the direct TV line, and left the space a mess. If that all wasn't enough, the quality of the work looks really rough. The grate drain wouldn't even drain because they filled it with concrete as well. Even if I had to pay extra to go with a different company, I definitely would have done it."

Clark S on June 2025

We specialize in basement waterproofing, foundation services and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"I made the unfortunate decision of hiring this company. When the foreman showed up and said he didn't have any plans with him that should have been my first sign. Hopefully this prevents someone from making the 11K mistake I did. CopperFox came back to my property multiple times without resolving the issue. The issue still persists and they actually damaged my property in the process, eventually they just stopped responding. They washed out concrete in my drains, forgot to install the drainage tile, installed the drains in the wrong spot and right next to my foundation, cut the direct TV line, and left the space a mess. If that all wasn't enough, the quality of the work looks really rough. The grate drain wouldn't even drain because they filled it with concrete as well. Even if I had to pay extra to go with a different company, I definitely would have done it."

Clark S on June 2025

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Dos Amigos Landscaping & Grounds Management

1142 River Rd.
4.63(
56
)
•Approved Pro

Dos Amigos Landscaping & Grounds Management

1142 River Rd.
4.63(
56
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
52 local quotes requested
24 years of experience

Dos Amigos Landscaping & Grounds Management has been in business for 10+ years. We licensed contractor in the State of Virginia. Dos Amigos provides full landscape services to homeowners and commercial customers. Many of our residential customers enjoy annual contracts where Dos Amigos takes care of their lawn/landscape needs for one easy monthly payment.

"Dos Amigos is a strong local business and has provided us with all of our lawn care services for the past 9 months. Mowing (excellent when on the grass, but mowed over set of matched hydrangeas and a complete bed of lavender around a mailbox-twice), blow (excellent), edging (very poor consistency), fertilization (excellent), weed prevention (average to poor, branch and debris removal (poor). Communication appeared to be strong, but there are many layers between the workers and the owner. These layers may explain the $1565 monthly fee they charged. Many salaries, but communication to the ones who actually do the work can sometimes not be as easily communicated, so the return on the fee, we found to be far from worth it. We could recommend them for large commercial projects, but not for homes, particularly homes with gardens in addition to lawns."

Turner B on January 2019

Dos Amigos Landscaping & Grounds Management has been in business for 10+ years. We licensed contractor in the State of Virginia. Dos Amigos provides full landscape services to homeowners and commercial customers. Many of our residential customers enjoy annual contracts where Dos Amigos takes care of their lawn/landscape needs for one easy monthly payment.

"Dos Amigos is a strong local business and has provided us with all of our lawn care services for the past 9 months. Mowing (excellent when on the grass, but mowed over set of matched hydrangeas and a complete bed of lavender around a mailbox-twice), blow (excellent), edging (very poor consistency), fertilization (excellent), weed prevention (average to poor, branch and debris removal (poor). Communication appeared to be strong, but there are many layers between the workers and the owner. These layers may explain the $1565 monthly fee they charged. Many salaries, but communication to the ones who actually do the work can sometimes not be as easily communicated, so the return on the fee, we found to be far from worth it. We could recommend them for large commercial projects, but not for homes, particularly homes with gardens in addition to lawns."

Turner B on January 2019

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Serenescapes

1126 Mountain Laurel Rd
4.70(
43
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•Approved Pro

Serenescapes

1126 Mountain Laurel Rd
4.70(
43
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
237 local quotes requested

Serenescapes is a full service landscape contractor. We offer services related to outdoor work with some minor specialty jobs accepted. We are a company based on knowledge, quality, and professionalism. We employ trained professionals to do all of our own work at this time and have enough employees to not need subcontractors. We typically bill after each job is completed or for larger jobs we will work a payment schedule through contract. At this time we are unable to offer financing. Office:434-260-4657 Mobile:540-359-1769

"Fantastic Job , went above and beyond cutting my grass. They are very responsive to messages and very good pricing....I would/will 100% use them for my lawn services again"

Tevis V on October 2024

Serenescapes is a full service landscape contractor. We offer services related to outdoor work with some minor specialty jobs accepted. We are a company based on knowledge, quality, and professionalism. We employ trained professionals to do all of our own work at this time and have enough employees to not need subcontractors. We typically bill after each job is completed or for larger jobs we will work a payment schedule through contract. At this time we are unable to offer financing. Office:434-260-4657 Mobile:540-359-1769

"Fantastic Job , went above and beyond cutting my grass. They are very responsive to messages and very good pricing....I would/will 100% use them for my lawn services again"

Tevis V on October 2024

Maintained By Mike

3310 Rolling Road South
4.93(
67
)
•Approved Pro

Maintained By Mike

3310 Rolling Road South
4.93(
67
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
70 local quotes requested

I am a one person operation. Having been in the Green Industry for 39 years, I have come to the conclusion that the best way to take care of a client's needs is strictly hands on work. I will occasionally bring in day help. Payment is upon completion unless it is a large project then partial payment at start. I also install vegetable gardens using our own compost mix .

"Couldn’t have hired a more professional or knowledgeable person for the job. I thought I had purchased all the supplies needed for the job but was missing a couple very important items. Mike happened to have them on his trailer and didn’t hesitate to offer them for my lawn. He is a hard worker and knows exactly what he is doing. I recommend him 1000%!"

Terrie W on September 2022

I am a one person operation. Having been in the Green Industry for 39 years, I have come to the conclusion that the best way to take care of a client's needs is strictly hands on work. I will occasionally bring in day help. Payment is upon completion unless it is a large project then partial payment at start. I also install vegetable gardens using our own compost mix .

"Couldn’t have hired a more professional or knowledgeable person for the job. I thought I had purchased all the supplies needed for the job but was missing a couple very important items. Mike happened to have them on his trailer and didn’t hesitate to offer them for my lawn. He is a hard worker and knows exactly what he is doing. I recommend him 1000%!"

Terrie W on September 2022

MISA G LANDSCAPING SERVICES LLC

5.00(
4
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•Approved Pro

MISA G LANDSCAPING SERVICES LLC

5.00(
4
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
123 local quotes requested

You can also call us today: (434) 373-1489 MISA G Landscaping Services LLC has built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. We service both residential and commercial properties. We give you the peace of mind you need to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Misa was able to complete my little project within 3 days from our first encounter. He did so clean and efficient. I am very pleased! Thanks."

Julia K on August 2025

You can also call us today: (434) 373-1489 MISA G Landscaping Services LLC has built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. We service both residential and commercial properties. We give you the peace of mind you need to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Misa was able to complete my little project within 3 days from our first encounter. He did so clean and efficient. I am very pleased! Thanks."

Julia K on August 2025

Mencia Concrete

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5.00(
7
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•Approved Pro

Mencia Concrete

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5.00(
7
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
149 local quotes requested

We can do anything concrete and have the best rates. Specializing in beautiful driveways, stamped concrete, patios and everything concrete. We can help make your dreams come true. We stand by our work and the owner is on site for every job!

"We were excited that we found Mencia Concrete from the dozens of contractors we reviewed. Aldo Mencia, the owner, gave us a great quote and timeline to complete building a paver patio with a wall in our backyard. He and his crew worked tirelessly and completed the project on time. Moreover, they replaced the sod that was damaged around the outside of the patio during the construction with some of the old sod they saved. Our patio looks beautiful. We are so grateful to Aldo and his crew for a job well done."

John R on August 2024

We can do anything concrete and have the best rates. Specializing in beautiful driveways, stamped concrete, patios and everything concrete. We can help make your dreams come true. We stand by our work and the owner is on site for every job!

"We were excited that we found Mencia Concrete from the dozens of contractors we reviewed. Aldo Mencia, the owner, gave us a great quote and timeline to complete building a paver patio with a wall in our backyard. He and his crew worked tirelessly and completed the project on time. Moreover, they replaced the sod that was damaged around the outside of the patio during the construction with some of the old sod they saved. Our patio looks beautiful. We are so grateful to Aldo and his crew for a job well done."

John R on August 2024

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FAQs for basement drainage channels installation projects in Charlottesville, VA

Expect a well-built French drain to last 30 to 40 years. By channeling both surface- and ground-water away from your foundation, the system relieves hydrostatic pressure and helps prevent costly structural damage. Choose a pipe with a quality cloth filter to keep sediment out and extend the drain’s life. A quick annual inspection and routine cleanouts will keep water flowing freely, ensuring the system continues to protect your home for years to come.

Most French drains sit two feet below grade, but depth ultimately depends on the problem you’re solving. For puddling rainwater or snowmelt, a shallow curtain drain at lawn level often does the trick. To handle rising groundwater, pros dig deeper, down to the footing, and run the pipe beneath the basement slab. A drainage contractor will determine the optimal depth for your specific soil conditions and water issues.

A properly installed interior French drain captures water at the slab, channels it to a sump pit, and directs it safely outside, preventing basement floods before they occur. Because the pipe sits just under the floor edge, a plumber can reach it easily for cleaning or repairs. Pairing the drain with a reliable sump pump gives you the best long-term protection.

Hire a contractor who installs drainage systems every day—typically a foundation specialist, drainage contractor, experienced landscaper, or plumber with waterproofing experience. These pros understand slope, soil, and local codes, and they have the equipment to trench safely around utilities. Ask for references and photos of recent jobs to be sure they can design a system that keeps water off your foundation for decades.

Once the drain is in, patch the yard by reseeding bare spots or replacing plants the crew removed. Inside, look for ways to add value—finishing the basement or upgrading interior waterproofing while the space is open often costs less now than later. Schedule a quick annual checkup to flush sediment and confirm the pipe and sump pump are clear. Consistent maintenance ensures the drain functions properly and protects your investment.

Most policies don’t cover the cost of repairing a French drain itself, but they may provide coverage for water damage if the system fails. Coverage varies by insurer, so be sure to read the fine print or contact your agent before any issues arise. If you live in a high-risk flood zone, consider a separate flood policy to close the gap. Knowing your coverage in advance helps you budget for repairs and avoid unexpected costs.

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